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A dirt trail leading to a suspension bridge in the woods.

Guided Forest Therapy

Feeling ready to slow down and reconnect to the present moment? Do you feel most grounded and nurtured when spending time with nature? During…

FASN/Nature Realm
Several hundred fireflies light up the dark sky above a prairie.

Fire and Fireflies

Unwind at a campfire and learn all about the amazing firefly, then join us on a walk to look for a glimpse of these luminous insects.

LP/Nature Center
Several people sitting in kayaks on land with paddles in hand.

Kayak Open House

Stop by to learn basic kayak techniques and take a short self-guided paddle on the lake under the guidance of certified instructors. Minimum…

LP/Tinkers Creek Area
Liberty Park Nature Center and an outdoor shelter.

Let’s Go Green: Wind and Geothermal Energy

Join us for the monthly “Let’s Go Green” program as we explore wind and geothermal energy. We’ll cover how wind power works, regulations…

LP/Nature Center

Music in the Park

Enjoy a performance by the Metro Parks Ensemble! Please bring your own chairs and blankets, and a picnic if you prefer. The concert will be…

DLQ/Quarry Trail

Kinderealm: Snakes

Children ages 3 to 6 and their adult companions will learn about our slithery friend: the snake! We’ll go over some amazing adaptations that…

LP/Nature Center
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Lil’ Sprouts

This biweekly program is designed to engage young children and accompanying adults in the wonderful world of gardening. Each class builds…

SLNC
Several people in a garden full of raised beds with grown plants.

Kids in the Garden

Join us in collaboration with Let’s Grow Akron for weekly hands-on gardening activities for children of all ages. Seed, sow, water, harvest…and…

SLNC
Tall grasses sway in the sunlight against a blurred background

Homegrown Habitat: Native Grasses

Calling all people with yards or green spaces big and small: Join us for this monthly series and learn how to re-wild your home landscape….

FASN/Visitors Center
A stone and grass path leads to the chiseled rock of Deep Lock Quarry.

Nature Saunter

Appreciate the outdoors at a leisurely pace with a stroll to enjoy the rich natural heritage along parts of Quarry Trail. Enjoy a beverage…

DLQ/Quarry Trail
The exterior of Summit Lake Nature Center.

Date at the Lake

Bring a date and join us for a night of great views and memorable fun. It’s board game night — see which couple comes out on top! No babysitter?…

SLNC
Two cyclists riding down a paved trail with Summit Lake to their left.

Senior Cycling: Hand-Off Ride

Join us in collaboration with South Street Ministries for a ride on the Towpath Trail to Canal Place to meet up and participate with the Akron…

TT/Mustill Store Trailhead